Government Relations

Government Affairs Director

Salary data based on 62 job postings

Based on 44 job postings in the Government Relations field, the median salary for a Government Affairs Director is $185,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $65,000 at the 10th percentile to $235,853 at the 90th percentile. Key skills required for this role include coalition building, government relations, stakeholder engagement and relationship management, and strong written and verbal communication.

Last updated: April 2026

Median

$185,000

10th Percentile

$65,000

90th Percentile

$235,853

Sample Size

44

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Government Affairs Director Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$65,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$185,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$235,853Senior / top earners

Based on 44 job postings with salary data

Skills for Government Affairs Director

Coalition buildingWritten and verbal communicationGovernment relationsStakeholder relationship managementStakeholder engagementGovernment affairsLegislative analysisLegislative advocacyLobbyingStakeholder management

Common Employers Hiring Government Affairs Director

  • RASE4 positions
  • National Fuel Gas Company3 positions
  • Rush Street Interactive3 positions
  • Citi3 positions
  • Microsoft3 positions

Top Locations for Government Affairs Director

Washington, DCUnited States2415 West 57th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 571086363 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221Washington DC-Baltimore Area

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Data extracted from 62 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated April 2026